Topic: How about Feedback on Motorcycle trailers and Ideas on Tiedowns, Etc?

[bill440cars]

                       


                   In a another post, I unloaded on you guys on how I came about a decent trailer and
             changes I had made. I'm always looking for ways to improve what I've got and I thought,
             why not do a post and see what kind of response it will create. So, what do you think? I know
            we'd rather ride the bike than to haul it but sometimes it's necessary. Later on, Bill

[cb650]

I always look at the thickness of the webbing.  If it is thick the ratchet is usually good. 
When I tie down a bike put ratchets on front and cam locks on back unless its a long haul and double up in front with anything even rope.   We go through several at work during the year.
I usually shop around buy what looks good and and if it turns to #$%* I wont use it on my bike.
But I have mopars too so what do I know!!!!!!



                     Terry

[bill440cars]

                  As far as the Mopars go, you, me & several others are in the same boat, Terry

        I need to get ratchet type for the frontof the trailer. I used another type when I hauled an old 63' Jawa 250 back from Henryetta, Oklahoma to Arkansas and it's a got thing I stopped a little ways down the road (to check the bike) because the bike was loose. Well, I took care of that. Later on, Bill

[seaweb11]

Reminds me of a well used HD joke/

Q) What do a dog and a HD have in common?

A) They both know how to get in the back of the truck on their own.

[Uncle Ernie]

I like using those loops that go around the bars and frame first.  The other thing is, if you have small wheels, keep in close touch with the bearings- they burn up fast.

[bill440cars]

I like using those loops that go around the bars and frame first.  The other thing is, if you have small wheels, keep in close touch with the bearings- they burn up fast.

    Hey Uncle Ernie,

                I've seen those loops and I think you're right, those would be a good thing to have.
           And, as far as the wheels go, I've got 12" wheels. I'm sure it wouldn't hurt to check them
           once in a while. Normally, I don't use the trailer much, and when I do use it, I probably
           don't put more than 30 miles ( and lots of times less) on it maybe once or twice a month.
           Now, if I'm going to make a trip of say 50- 100 miles 1-way, then I'll take care of the
           bearings before I go. So far, the tires and bearings are in good shape. I appreciate your
           response & your comments. Later on, Bill

[cb650]

Forgot about the loops.  Use them on the race bike but not on the 360.  Just make sure the hooks are still covered in the protective coating or put a rag between them and the bars.  Use the loops to the lower triple tree on the 650.  Found the bars turn a little.




          Terry

[bill440cars]

Forgot about the loops.  Use them on the race bike but not on the 360.  Just make sure the hooks are still covered in the protective coating or put a rag between them and the bars.  Use the loops to the lower triple tree on the 650.  Found the bars turn a little.




          Terry

                   Well, that is one thing I do keep up with is the hooks on the tiedowns. When they
         start looking a little ragged, I strip the covering off and replace it with a couple layers of heat
         shrink. That seems to work quite well. I've never had any experience with the loops before
         and may continue with just the straps. I only used the ones that you just pull down to
         tighten and I have had them loosen up. I will definitely get ratchet type for the front from
         now on.  Thanks Terry         later on, Bill